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To: P-Marlowe
Before I answer that let me ask you a question. You gave a couple of definitions for fatalism:
1. The doctrine that all events are predetermined by fate and are therefore unalterable. 2. Acceptance of the belief that all events are predetermined and inevitable.

Looking at the first definition it's self-referential so we need a definition of fate:

1. a. The supposed force, principle, or power that predetermines events.
b. The inevitable events predestined by this force.

2. A final result or consequence; an outcome.

3. Unfavorable destiny; doom.

4. Fates Greek & Roman Mythology The three goddesses, Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos, who control human destiny.

Are there any biblical narratives that fit any of the above definitions and if so does the Bible teach fatalism?

1,135 posted on 03/12/2010 11:52:36 PM PST by the_conscience (We ought to obey God, rather than men. (Acts 5:29b))
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To: the_conscience
Are there any biblical narratives that fit any of the above definitions and if so does the Bible teach fatalism?

Yes and yes.

Now, who controls your destiny?

1,138 posted on 03/13/2010 12:07:32 AM PST by P-Marlowe (LPFOKETT GAHCOEEP-w/o*)
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